WEST PARIS — As a former TV weatherman always said, April is a winter month. But April also gives us many beautifully warm days with hardy bulbs popping up, and let’s not forget the return of our migrating birds. There is a lot to be hopeful for (“you’ve gotta have hope, mustn’t sit around and […]
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Backyard Reflections: In defense of jellyfish
When my little brother and I spent summers on Monhegan as children, we played in the tidal pools on the back side of the island. At low tide, we hunted for crabs and mollusks entranced by the brilliant colors of barnacles, urchins, fish, and other sea creatures, but we also collected jellyfish that had been […]
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Bridgton-Saco River RR to be focus of event
WATERFORD — The fascinating story of the Bridgton and Saco River Railroad will be the subject of an upcoming presentation sponsored by the Waterford Historical Society, with the cooperation of the Waterford Library and the newly established Bridgton and Saco River Railroad Museum. Adam Cook, a board member of the museum, will be the featured […]
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First Universalist April worship services
WEST PARIS — As a former TV weatherman always said, April is a winter month. But April also gives us many beautifully warm days with hardy bulbs popping up, and let’s not forget the return of our migrating birds. There is a lot to be hopeful for (“you’ve gotta have hope, mustn’t sit around and […]
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Marden’s is coming to Farmington
The plan is to conduct open interviews on April 10 and 11 and open in late May.
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SeniorsPlus announces April classes
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes and support groups in April. Classes are held in person at its Lewiston, Wilton, or Norway locations; online; or hybrid. Class locations are 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston; 9 Marston St., Norway; and 284 Main St., Suite 100, Wilton. Classes are free unless noted. Locations are fully accessible. […]
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Enology scholarship announced
AREA — The French Broad Vignerons announces the availability of a $500 Scholarship to prospective enology students. The French Broad Vignerons of Western North Carolina is a nonprofit organization focused on the viticulture and enology education of its members. Knowledge of vineyard management and winemaking requires dedicated study and real-time experience. From careers in winemaking […]
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Livermore Falls board sets hearing on animal, dog control ordinance
The public hearing is at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the Livermore Falls Town Office
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Jay man accused of sexually assaulting girl under age 16
Brandon J. Wilson, 19, of Jay, was fired from his position as a corrections officer at Franklin County Detention Center in Farmington on March 25, the same day of his arrest.